Aurora, CO Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade D
17 ZIP codes · 204 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Aurora, CO. We analyzed 17 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade D (52/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 5 | 29% |
| D | 12 | 71% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Aurora ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 80014 | 56 | C | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 2 | 80015 | 56 | C | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 3 | 80017 | 56 | C | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 4 | 80018 | 56 | C | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 5 | 80041 | 56 | C | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 6 | 80010 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 7 | 80011 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 8 | 80012 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 9 | 80013 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 10 | 80016 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 11 | 80019 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 12 | 80040 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 13 | 80042 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 14 | 80044 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 15 | 80045 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 16 | 80046 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 17 | 80047 | 51 | D | 12 | 0.0025 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 17 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 204 total violations across Aurora
- 0 health-based violations
- 17 of 17 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 85 | 17 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 51 | 17 |
| Contaminant 0600 | 34 | 17 |
| Gross Beta | 17 | 17 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 17 | 17 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Aurora?
ZIP code 80014 has the highest safety score in Aurora at 56/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Aurora water safe to drink?
Aurora has an average water safety score of 52/100 (D). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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